2008 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2008 Subaru Impreza
To start off, both 2008 Jeep Wrangler and 2008 Subaru Impreza were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Wrangler (172 HP) has 2 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Impreza. (170 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Impreza.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Jeep Wrangler (319 Nm) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Impreza. (232 Nm). This means 2008 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Impreza. 2008 Jeep Wrangler has automatic transmission and 2008 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2008 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Jeep Wrangler will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Jeep Wrangler | 2008 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Jeep | Subaru |
Model | Wrangler | Impreza |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3979 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 170 HP |
Torque | 319 Nm | 232 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1480 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.3 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 64 L |